FastenMaster cortex PVC trim - Manual (Page 2)

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
• Use a standard 18V cordless impact drill.
• Set the Cortex fastener perpendicular to the trim board using the Cortex setting tool.
• Place the PVC trim plug into the hole with the trim surface side up and gently tap until it is flush with the trim board.
INSTALLATION TIPS
Trim Board Dimensions
The Cortex Concealed Fastening System is designed for use with PVC trim boards with actual thicknesses of 5 ⁄
8
" to 5 ⁄
4
".
General Fastening Guidelines
• For horizontal trim boards less than 12" wide, use two Cortex fasteners at every framing member, rafter tail or wall stud.
The fasteners should be 16" on center or closer.
• If trim board is 12" or wider, use three fasteners.
• If attaching a vertical trim board (i.e. next to a door or window), use two fasteners every 16" on center or closer.
• Each trim board must be fastened within 2" of end of each board.
Setting the Cortex Fastener
Using a standard 18V cordless impact drill, drive the fastener to the preset level below the trim surface. The fastener
must be driven perpendicular to the trim surface.
Removing a Cortex Fastener
To remove a fastener set below the trim surface, use a standard #1 square drive bit.
Setting the Cortex Engineered Plug
To ensure a strong bond, the cored hole must be free of dirt or rain water.
Predrilling
Predrilling is not required throughout the majority of the project. Predrilling is required when fastening within 1 ⁄
2
" of the
end of a board and at mitered joints. Use a 3 ⁄
16
" drill bit for predrilled pilot holes.
WARRANTY
The Cortex System is designed to offer ultimate long-term performance. The interaction between the trim, fastener and
plug is essential. The connection is fully tested and warranted. Use of non-Cortex fastener or non-Cortex plug will result
in nullifying the FastenMaster warranty.
For warranty details, see www.FastenMaster.com. For additional engineering data and technical assistance, please contact
FastenMaster Technical Support at 800.518.3569.
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AZEK ® is a registered trademark of AZEK Building Products, Inc. Kleer ® is a registered trademark of Kleer Lumber, LLC.
Versatex™ is a registered trademark of Wolfpac Technologies, Inc. KOMA ® is a registered trademark of Kommerling USA, Inc.
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PRODUCT FEATURES
Item # Description Board Type
Lin. Ft. of Trim
Surface* Quantity per Package
AZEK
FMCTXT-AZ50TD Cortex for AZEK Trim Traditional 50 lin. ft. 75 screws, 100 plugs, 1 setting tool
FMCTXT-AZ250TD Cortex for AZEK Trim Traditional 250 lin. ft. 375 screws, 400 plugs, 3 setting tools
FMCTXT-AZ750TD Cortex for AZEK Trim Traditional 750 lin. ft. 1125 screws, 1200 plugs, 6 setting tools
FMCTXT-AZ50FT Cortex for AZEK Trim Frontier 50 lin. ft. 75 screws, 100 plugs, 1 setting tool
FMCTXT-AZ250FT Cortex for AZEK Trim Frontier 250 lin. ft. 375 screws, 400 plugs, 3 setting tools
FMCTXT-AZ750FT Cortex for AZEK Trim Frontier 750 lin. ft. 1125 screws, 1200 plugs, 6 setting tools
KLEER
FMCTXT-KL50SM Cortex for KLEER Trim Smooth 50 lin. ft. 75 screws, 100 plugs, 1 setting tool
FMCTXT-KL250SM Cortex for KLEER Trim Smooth 250 lin. ft. 375 screws, 400 plugs, 3 setting tools
FMCTXT-KL750SM Cortex for KLEER Trim Smooth 750 lin. ft. 1125 screws, 1200 plugs, 6 setting tools
FMCTXT-KL50GN Cortex for KLEER Trim Grain 50 lin. ft. 75 screws, 100 plugs, 1 setting tool
FMCTXT-KL250GN Cortex for KLEER Trim Grain 250 lin. ft. 375 screws, 400 plugs, 3 setting tools
FMCTXT-KL750GN Cortex for KLEER Trim Grain 750 lin. ft. 1125 screws, 1200 plugs, 6 setting tools
versatex
FMCTXT-VT50SM Cortex for Versatex Trim Smooth 50 lin. ft. 75 screws, 100 plugs, 1 setting tool
FMCTXT-VT250SM Cortex for Versatex Trim Smooth 250 lin. ft. 375 screws, 400 plugs, 3 setting tools
FMCTXT-VT750SM Cortex for Versatex Trim Smooth 750 lin. ft. 1125 screws, 1200 plugs, 6 setting tools
FMCTXT-VT50TR Cortex for Versatex Trim Timber Ridge 50 lin. ft. 75 screws, 100 plugs, 1 setting tool
FMCTXT-VT250TR Cortex for Versatex Trim Timber Ridge 250 lin. ft. 375 screws, 400 plugs, 3 setting tools
FMCTXT-VT750TR Cortex for Versatex Trim Timber Ridge 750 lin. ft. 1125 screws, 1200 plugs, 6 setting tools
KOmA
FMCTXT-KM50SM Cortex for KOMA Trim Smooth 50 lin. ft. 75 screws, 100 plugs, 1 setting tool
FMCTXT-KM250SM Cortex for KOMA Trim Smooth 250 lin. ft. 375 screws, 400 plugs, 3 setting tools
FMCTXT-KM750SM Cortex for KOMA Trim Smooth 750 lin. ft. 1125 screws, 1200 plugs, 6 setting tools
FMCTXT-KM50WG Cortex for KOMA Trim Wood Grain 50 lin. ft. 75 screws, 100 plugs, 1 setting tool
FMCTXT-KM250WG Cortex for KOMA Trim Wood Grain 250 lin. ft. 375 screws, 400 plugs, 3 setting tools
FMCTXT-KM750WG Cortex for KOMA Trim Wood Grain 750 lin. ft. 1125 screws, 1200 plugs, 6 setting tools